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Book Smart by Suzanne Bates - Nov, 2010 I took accounting in college, got a C, and was grateful to make it through. It just didn’t come easily. At 19, I couldn’t envision a time when I would need to read a profit and loss statement. The best thing about it was it was a summer course so I could study at the university pool, and the boy who volunteered to tutor me was pretty cute. It wasn’t that I didn’t enjoy courses outside my major, journalism. I loved biolo... |
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Executive Coach Tip: Be a Note-Taker ... Here's Why by Andy Robinson - Nov, 2010 Have you ever had a conversation with a colleague -- asking them to do something or giving them instructions -- and observed that, while they appeared to be listening, they didn't write anything down .... they didn't take notes? BE A NOTE-TAKER .... Why? You'll have less of a tendency to forget what was said or what you need to do, It conveys a sense of organization and professionalism, It demonstrates -- visibly --... |
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Executive Coach Tip: Spend a Little Time Perfecting Your Craft Daily by Andy Robinson - Nov, 2010 Becoming a lifelong learner is absolutely essential to career success and to becoming the best that you can be in your chosen profession. New thinking, new and better ways of doing things, and new technology is increasing at a pase never seen before. In these times .... staying in the same place is the same as going backwards. Are you allowing yourself to move backwards? You can bet that the best practitioners in your fie... |
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Executive Coach Tip: The Value and Benefits of Giving Someone a Recommendation on LinkedIn by Andy Robinson - Nov, 2010 How often do you make it a point to give a recommendation to someone on LinkedIn? Have you considered the benefits and value of GIVING a recommendation? The value of giving someone a recommendation on LinkedIn: Every time you recommend someone on LinkedIn, you nurture and strengthen a relationship with a connection. The process and discipline of giving recommendations builds a circle of influence where others see you ... |
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Executive Coach Tip: Your Answer to by Andy Robinson - Nov, 2010 A great way to end a conversation with a network contact is to ASK the question -- "How can I help you?" -- then listen carefully and probe for details if necessary. If you can deliver on the request, then deliver -- as soon as possible -- or follow up with a recommendation for someone who can help if you know of someone. Now .... How do YOU answer that question when someone in your network asks YOU? Be prepared to let p... |
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Minimizing Risk of Retaliation Claims Is As Easy As A B C by Stephanie Thomas, Ph.D. - Nov, 2010 In last week’s #EEOChat, the issue of retaliation came up. How much do you know about retaliation claims? Retaliation claims are on the rise. Among all charges filed with the EEOC in 2009, 36% included a claim of retaliation; this represents an increase of approximately 70% over the last decade. In her May 3, 2010 article on retaliation, Karen Gieselman, an attorney in the Columbia office of Fisher & Phillips, states: G... |
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Students Must Stand Out To Make Out by Bob Roth - Nov, 2010 When college students simply tell employers what they can do and what they have done, they are putting themselves in the middle of a very large pool of job applicants. However, the best candidates will stand out when they describe the exceptional “results” that they have previously achieved. That?s important because employers believe that past results are the best predictors of future results. Which statement of stu... |
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Holiday Time Means Seasonal Jobs by Anne Jabusch - Nov, 2010 With the holidays right around the corner, many companies are starting to advertise for additional workers to help them get through the rush. If you are unemployed, work part-time or just need some extra cash, this is a great time to find seasonal work. Even if the seasonal position doesn’t align with your skill set or background, it is still a good opportunity to fill any employment gaps on your resume. You also never k... |
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How boring is your resume summary? by Laura Smith-Proulx - Nov, 2010 Have you struggled with putting your brand into your resume, writing a profile paragraph that looks great, but is failing to get the attention you deserve? If you’ve spent considerable time (or money) on a lackluster resume that serves up the same information as everyone else’s, it might be time to rewrite your introductory summary to get better results. You’re boring hiring managers if your resume contains an opening pa... |
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Stupid Mistakes Job Hunters Make by Thomas J. Denham - Nov, 2010 1. Being Negative – Number 1 is not having a positive, upbeat and enthusiastic attitude. Evict any thoughts that are excuses, self-defeating, limiting, or roadblocks. Forget about what’s not working. Focus on what IS working for you. Put out positive energy. Key to your success is staying mentally and physically fit with a good diet, exercise, sound sleep and a dose of fun. 2. Insufficient Reflecting – STOP and really ... |
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